Top-Rated Pre-owned Vehicles in Australia: November 2023 Edition
In November 2023, the used car market in Australia saw a surge in activity, with more than 65% of car sales occurring in the used market. Petrol remained the dominant fuel source, accounting for 135,141 sales, while diesel and hybrid vehicles combined accounted for fewer sales, with 62,813 diesel sales and 6755 hybrid sales.
The Toyota RAV4, Toyota Prado, Ford Ranger, Toyota Hilux, and Ford Everest were likely among the top-selling used cars in Australia during this period, based on their popularity in new vehicle sales and strong resale values.
The Toyota RAV4, a frequent leader in new vehicle sales, is expected to have held a prominent position in the used car market as well. The Toyota Prado, which ranked at a record #3 for new vehicle sales in November, also likely featured prominently in the used market due to its strong demand.
The Ford Ranger and Toyota Hilux were engaged in a top-tier tussle in November's new vehicle sales, with the Ranger edging out the Hilux. Both vehicles are popular choices, suggesting they are likely among the best-selling used vehicles as well.
The Ford Everest, ranked #4 in new vehicle sales in September, is another likely top contender in used car sales. Small SUVs such as the Suzuki Jimny and Mazda CX-3 are noted for their value retention in Australia, making them popular choices in the used car market.
While a direct list of the top 10 best-selling used cars in Australia for November 2023 was not found, the Australian Automotive Dealer Association (AADA) has partnered with Autograb to reveal the best-selling used cars. For definitive official rankings and exact sales volumes for November 2023, it is recommended to consult the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) VFACTS reports or platforms specializing in used car sales data in Australia.
In addition to the aforementioned models, other common models such as the Mazda CX-5, Hyundai Tucson, and similar small to midsize SUVs or utility vehicles are likely to have also sold well in the used car market due to Australian market preferences. Utes accounted for 35,064 sales in November, with the Toyota HiLux coming in second and the Ford Ranger being the most popular second-hand vehicle, with 4683 examples purchased, an increase of 1.4% compared to October.
The average vehicle sale time has grown from a minimum of 40.5 days in March 2023 to 52 days in November, indicating a slight slowdown in the sales pace. Small cars such as the Mazda 3, Toyota Corolla, and Hyundai i30 had the quickest average sales times, while the Toyota Corolla, Toyota Prado, and Toyota RAV4 showed decreases in sales compared to the previous month.
In summary, the used car market in Australia for November 2023 was dominated by popular models such as the Toyota RAV4, Toyota Prado, Ford Ranger, Toyota Hilux, and Ford Everest. The market also saw a slight slowdown in sales pace, with the average vehicle sale time increasing from previous months. For definitive rankings and exact sales volumes, it is recommended to consult official sources.
Electric vehicles did not play a significant role in the used car market surge in Australia during November 2023, as the top-selling used cars were likely traditional models such as the Toyota RAV4, Toyota Prado, Ford Ranger, Toyota Hilux, and Ford Everest. Despite the surge in sports activities such as football and tennis, no data was provided to suggest these activities influenced the sales of sports utility vehicles in Australia during this period.
